Elegant Island Living September 2018 by Elegant Island Living Media Group

Happy Tails

PUBLISHER’S LETTER

First World Problems Our Parents Never Knew

bout once a week, my mom texts me (because she knows I NEVER answer my phone) that “something happened to the .” It could be her cell phone, iPad, computer, or printer, but whatever the issue, it’s mostly likely technology based. Unfortunately, I know little more than my mom when it comes to technology, but in the land of the blind, the one-eyed man is king! This got me thinking about some of the things we deal with today that our parents never had to deal with “back in the day.” For instance, when your WiFi works everywhere in your house EXCEPT for that specific spot where you’re lying in bed. And while you’re shopping online at home, when you go to check out and you’re only .89 cents away from getting free shipping, so you buy another $30 item. Wouldn’t it be cheaper to just pay the shipping?

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Everyone has had that frustrating experience where you try resetting your password on a website, only to find that to change it you need to remember the password you forgot in the first place! And how about when your Netflix account shuts off because your credit card has expired and your automated billing has to be updated? No problem right? What was my password that I used to set UP my Netflix account 3 years ago? There are also the disasters when modern day technology and transportation combine. You’re waiting for Uber to pick you up and you see

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on the screen that he/she is a minute away, but then the car makes a random turn and is now 10 minutes away. Maybe driver error or maybe the easily confused on-board navigation system/ app. And don’t you just love when you have at least 10% battery life, but your phone dies just as you are texting that your flight is delayed and you don’t have much battery life left? If you don’t pay for extra iCloud storage, I’m sure you’ve had that ARGH! moment when you’re forced either to NOT take a picture or delete older photos to make space. What IS the cloud anyway?! And there’s my own personal pet peeve: when you click on a YouTube video and the (long) commercial before it won’t let you click through, even when it says you can. I know for some people there’s nothing worse than when your friends tag you on social media in a photo where everyone looks great EXCEPT you. One thing our parents DID do back in the day was take a bad family photo! I guess some things never change!

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Elizabeth and Maddie Veal with their adopted dogs Rafter and Bleu are just two of the “Happy Tails” we share from the Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia in this issue’s feature with the hope that you’ll come out to support this year’s Blue Jean Ball and help ensure more animals will find forever homes. Photo by Tim Rude, Fierce Strategy + Creative

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The Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia has been helping animals for fifty years. As a result, they have had the pleasure of seeing and hearing many happy tails.

he support of the Golden Isles community,

an open bar. As the night progresses, you’ll have the

both private and professional, has made all

opportunity to bid on an array of fantastic silent and live

this possible. The loyalty of local residents is

auction items. One of the best things about this ball is

apparent in many ways, including fostering,

that you don’t need a fairy godmother or fancy dress

volunteering, adopting, and donating. The Blue Jean Ball

to turn you into Cinderella, just grab your favorite boots

is the Humane Society’s largest annual fundraiser and a

and jeans and come join the party! Attire is cowboy/

beautiful night out under the stars. This year’s event will

girl casual! To purchase tickets, visit the HSSCG website:

take place on November 2 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

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and will once again be held at Sinclair Plantation, the home of Robin and Davis Love. The evening’s festivities

Thanks in large part to the generous support of

under the oaks and sparkling lights will begin with live

sponsors and attendees of the Blue Jean Ball, the

music by Suzy and the Bird Dogs, the band EIL readers

Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia has been

chose as “Best Local Band” in the Best of 2018 Readers

able to give thousands of animals their very own happy

Choice Awards. Later, DJ Weav (Dr. John Weaver) will

tails. The adoption and rescue stories on the following

be spinning tunes to make you kick your heels up and

pages prove that giving an animal a forever home is a

dance. There will be an array of delicious local food and

gift to more than just your new pet. (continues)

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first learned of the Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia during its new growth and transition. I joined the board in 2011, the year we first adopted Jackson Michael. He was a gift for our youngest daughter’s 10th birthday. He is smart, adorable, has a huge personality, and is my daughter’s constant companion. Her plans are to take him to college when graduating from Frederica Academy in 2020. In 2016, while attending the Blue Jean Ball, we fell in love with Princess Silly Goose, a 10 pound Yorkie. She is my constant shadow and goes to work with me every day at PillowGrace to supervise. If you follow PillowGrace on social media, you can see her charm and beauty. My family and friends also share my passion for rescue animals. My son adopted Bindi, an Australian Shepherd mix in 2017 from the Humane Society. Princess Silly Goose’s brother, Little Foot, was adopted by a family friend, and they get to play together often. My dad, a South Carolina farmer, instilled in me a passion for animals and rescue. Adopted dogs are not always easy. They sometimes require extra love, energy, patience and attention. When the bond is made, it can’t be broken. They are a match made in heaven. 20

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JULIE ROWLAND Owner of PillowGrace

Adopter of Princess Silly Goose {O P P O S I T E PAG E }

e have always been passionate about helping people and animals. We have rescued cats, dogs, and horses. Brown Kitty is one of our most memorable rescues. He was found on 12th Street East Beach in very poor condition. We took him home and nursed him back to health, and when he was strong enough to be on his own, he moved to the barn. Today he is thriving and absolutely the most handsome cat ever! Brown Kitty always loved being around our horses, Asiya and Montana. The horses came from a rescue facility in Ocala, FL in 2012. They both came from horrible conditions and were rehabilitated by the facility before we adopted them. They were able to spend their golden years with us in peace. We feel so grateful to have given them the best retirement home ever. We are huge supporters of our community. Through the Davis Love Foundation we are able to help at-risk children and their families. The Foundation provides grants and donations to community-based programs that focus on children and families in need. Needless to say, we are also enthusiastic supporters of the Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia. We’re excited to be hosting the Blue Jean Ball, their annual fundraiser, for the second year in a row. (continues)

DAVIS AND ROBIN LOVE

Founders of the Davis Love Foundation

Rescuers of Brown Kitty

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L I N D S AY S T E WA R T P H O T O G R A P H Y

CANNON SCHLEGEL Virginia Schlegel’s son

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e adopted Max when Cannon was six years old. In the two years they have been together they have become best friends. Cannon named Max after the dog in the movie Max. You often see them in the neighborhood together, Max on paw and Cannon on his hover board. Like many children, Cannon was a little anxious about sleeping alone. Now Max is his night time protector, guarding Cannon from the monsters in the closet. Cannon has a big heart for the Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia and volunteers his time playing with pups and socializing cats. He fundraises for the animals with lemonade stands, and created the donation basket for the Big Flea. His future plans are to get a full time job at the Humane Society. We will see how his interview goes with the boss. – by Virginia Schlegel, Executive Director of the Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia

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Adopter of Rafter Rafter’s Tail With Rafter, it all began without intention. Our friend Dr. Missy Weaver was coming over for dinner and called to ask if she could bring two tiny puppies over with her. Missy is the veterinarian for the Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia and she was fostering the puppies after their mom had been hit by a car. Our children, Maddie and Luke, immediately took to the tiniest of the two; a brindle, dachshund-something, who weighed about 3 lbs. At the time, our house was already home to several animals, so I was adamant that we didn’t need to be caring for another pet. The kids convinced us to foster one of the puppies and nicknamed him “Rafter.” As part of their attempts to convince us to keep him, they made him the “Beachview mascot.” Two weeks later, he was still with us. Naturally this tiny puppy began to come to Beachview with me every day. Rafter slept either in my desk chair behind my back or in my lap. His name began to evolve into “Rafter-Roo” because everyone said we were like Kanga and Roo.

MADDIE VEAL Fast forward five years; Roo is now the center of the family and goes with me everywhere. I’ve truly never before had a dog like him. It’s almost as if he knows he’s been rescued. Now that Rafter has come into our lives, I have come to realize the value of adopting a rescue pet. My daughter, Maddie, has the same passion for animals and adopted Bleu from the Humane Society as well. Here’s Maddie’s story:

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Elizabeth Veal’s daughter

Adopter of Bleu quickly convinced my family to open our home to a fourth dog. My dad was hesitant at first to add another dog, but now we’re all smitten (even my dad)! Bleu loves to climb all over me, go on walks, and to snuggle under the covers me with me at night. He’s truly one

When I was a sophomore in high school, I was introduced to a precious blue eyed puppy. I instantly fell in love with him. He was supposed to only stay with us temporarily but I

of a kind. I love coming home and finding a jumping Bleu waiting to greet me. He is always there to comfort me and to listen. He makes all my days better and I couldn’t imagine my life without having met that adorable four-pound puppy. Adopting a pet from the Humane Society has been one of the best decisions I have ever made. Aside from supporting a wonderful cause, I also gained a forever friend and family member. (continues)

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JACK AND NATALIE OVERMAN

Overman & Overman, LLC, Attorneys at Law

Adopters of Maddie

addie showed up in our backyard in January of 2017. It took a while for her to warm up to us, and it was apparent she did not have a home. When we realized she was pregnant, we canvassed the neighborhood and found her three houses down. We continued to check on her. A couple of weeks later it was obvious the kittens had arrived. Maddie came and ate, but didn’t bring the kittens. Jack and I were able to locate them and coaxed all five of them to follow us back. After that, Maddie never moved them from our home. My son and daughter in law adopted Ricky and Lucy, two of the kittens that were very dependent on each other. Jack and I loaded up Maddie and the other 3 kittens to bring them to the

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Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia. After some time, we missed Maddie. I went by to visit her, and when I saw her again I knew she belonged with us. We made plans to adopt her, but the hurricane arrived and all the animals were evacuated. We were persistent, however, and when we were able to go adopt her, they brought out a huge cat. Surprised by the size, I asked them to check her chip to make sure that was Maddie. They said, “Yes. She loves to eat!” Obviously she got great care at the Humane Society! Maddie has blended right in with our two cats, but especially with our Great Dane Bella. They

immediately bonded and are nap buddies. Her children Ricky and Lucy visit often. We couldn’t imagine not having her in our family! We have had such positive experiences with the Humane Society and were proud supporters of the Capital Campaign Fund to build the current facility. We have been corporate sponsors for the Blue Jean Ball and look forward to this year’s event!

bout a year and a half after losing our beloved TJ, a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, our family began exploring the possibility of getting another dog. Two of my three children were on board, but my middle child was very hesitant. The loss was just really hard for him. However, the rest of us were in agreement that getting another dog would be really good for

our aging Golden Retriever, Bella. We took this decision very seriously. After considerable thought, I decided to reach out to my friends, Dr. Missy Weaver, veterinarian for the Humane Society, and Virginia Schlegel, its Executive Director. Missy promptly sent me a picture of “Charley.” Trusting their opinions, my husband went over the next day and brought “Charley” home. We immediately changed his name to Knox. This dog has not stopped smiling since that day and neither

have we. We have had him since October of 2017 and cannot imagine our lives without him. Knox has the most infectious personality. He is 80% playful, 20% mischief, and 100% cuddles! He has truly given Bella a new lease on life and she adores him. When Knox wears himself out, you can always find him up in my bed or lying next to his favorite cuddle buddy, my middle child. Knox has blessed our family beyond measure and we are forever grateful to our amazing Humane Society! (continues)

CHRISSY JOHNSTON Manager at Face to Face Home

Adopter of Knox

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adopted Roxy the Doxie in 2014 from the Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia and she’s been my faithful companion ever since. She and my other Dachshund, Lucy, became the inspiration for Two Friends. The two of them go to work with me every day and are the official greeters. They love treats, going for walks, riding on the golf cart, and visiting the beach. Although they are similar in many ways, they also have individual personalities. Roxy is stoic and laid back, while Lucy is much more energetic. I can’t imagine my life without my “two friends.” Two Friends has been a supporter of the Humane Society for many years. We have been corporate sponsors for all of their annual fundraisers including their Fore the Animals Golf Classic and the Blue Jean Ball. It’s a fun way to support the animals and our community!

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Owner of Two Friends

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ELIZA AND SMITH VEAL

Daughter and son of Leigh Veal

Adopter of Charlie

e adopted the most beautiful dog in the world, Charlie Veal, in December of 2010. Charlie was a gift to our three children for Christmas in 2010. I will never forget going to Glynn County Animal Control with my niece, Maddie Veal. We were so excited to go pick the newest member of our family! Maddie and I both knew the minute we laid eyes on Charlie that she was the

one. She was blonde, tiny at only six weeks old, and had the sweetest face. We knew Charlie was meant for us! Our plan was to give her to the kids Christmas morning, but we couldn’t wait. We surprised the kids a few days before Christmas and they all fell in love with her. I remember Charlie sleeping on my oldest son’s bean bag in the beginning. That was her happy place.

Charlie transitioned from the bean bag and slept with our oldest, Thomas, for many years. Now Charlie prefers to sleep with our middle son, Smith. Charlie loves car rides, baths, flashlights and squirrels. She lives for dog treats and belly rubs. We all agree Charlie Veal is the most beautiful dog in the world, and we love her more than anything! – by Leigh Veal, Owner of Beachview Event Rentals & Design

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Adopter of Henry

y husband Larry and I adopted Henry, a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel from the Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia in 2013 and he has been a delightful and devoted companion to us ever since. Our other dog, Peaches, adores him as well. Peaches and Henry sleep in the bed with us every night with their heads resting on one another. Henry has lots of energy and loves to go for walks and car rides. He follows me around everywhere and is always at my side. He’s the same with Larry when I’m away. We travel extensively and almost always bring Henry and Peaches with us. There is nothing Henry loves more than to ride with his head out the window. We are so happy that we chose to adopt Henry; not only have we changed his life for the better, he has also changed ours. (continues) P H O T O S T H I S PA G E B Y C O L B Y O ’ C O N N O R F I E R C E S T R AT E G Y + C R E AT I V E

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e adopted Balto (formerly Togo) from the Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia on July 28 following a long and consistent lobbying effort from my wife and children. Balto is four months old and will be our third adoption. He’s joining Kaya, who also was adopted from the Humane Society, and is now six years old. Balto is already proving to be a great choice for our family. He gets along wonderfully with the children, the cats, and the many dog friends he gets introduced to. He enjoyed

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Adopter of Balto his first road trip to Florida and has started training as a Frisbee dog. We have come to love mixed breed dogs because they are so unique, and Balto is certainly is no exception. His large, upright German Shepherd ears and Siberian Husky markings makes him as distinct as his personality. After our first week with Balto, we know that he will add joy and happiness to our family and that we’ll provide it back to him in return. It is a great experience to find the animal that helps complete your family and we are very grateful to the Humane Society for their help in finding ours.

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As the creators of a local lifestyle publication, it’s our job to have a thumb on the pulse of the community, to support charitable causes, and to promote their fundraisers. We have sponsored, hosted, planned, and attended countless events over the years and have gathered some suggestions on how to maximize involvement and donations for your organizations.

f you’re beginning a new fundraising event, there are some basic guidelines to help ensure success. Have a plan and start working on it early. Treat fundraising as a year-round activity. Use the early months to identify potential event sponsors and attendees and foster relationships with them. Target companies that your board members work for or own and any organizations they might be involved with. Approach current donors and present event sponsorship as a new way for them to show support. Encourage volunteers and staff to purchase tickets and invite their family and friends. Consider offering them special discounts or ticket packages as incentive. Pick up the phone or set up appointments to meet with potential sponsors and donors personally. Making sure they understand that they are an important part of the process makes them feel invested in the event’s success. Remember to request referrals. Ask sponsors to invite their employees to attend. If your event is already an established fundraiser, let prior year sponsors know they were a part of the previous year’s success and offer them the opportunity to upgrade their gift by sponsoring at a higher level. Do this early in the planning stages, not at the last minute! Reach out to prior year attendees by phone call or letter before sending out invi-

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tations and encourage them to attend again and bring a friend. Suggest they might like to fill a table. Obtaining new guests each year is important to growing your event. A good way to boost your fundraiser’s bottom line without incurring significant additional expense is by incorporating new revenue streams like raffles or live and silent auctions. Only add one new revenue stream at a time and don’t be afraid to drop it the following year if you discover that the return is not worth the time or stress. Obtaining auction items, cataloging, and processing payments may require more volunteers and extensive additional duties, so be prepared! In our small community, there are so many nonprofit organizations and charitable causes that appeal to the same pool of participants that it can be difficult to get people excited about events. It’s important to make your fundraising efforts stand out from the crowd to get noticed. Look for types of events that are not being done here or new themes. Encourage giving in a fun ways that will shake things up and get your organization seen. One clever idea is the “un-gala” where guests send in a donation and receive a pre-prepared special dinner delivered by a catering company (or non-profit volunteer) in return. No event venue costs and overhead

for the organization and no need for guests to spend money on fancy attire, salon appointments, etc., so they donate more. Look to other communities and organization for ideas. Be bold! Be different! The recently formed Junior Women’s Association of the Golden Isles took a page from Disney when it came to planning their newest fundraiser. At 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 8, they are hosting a Character Breakfast in Hamilton Hall at Frederica Academy. Think princesses, Minnie Mouse, Bob the Builder, Clifford the Big Red Dog, and maybe even a superhero or two. These very special guests will be on hand to dine with kids and their parents and there will be a “selfie station” and plenty of photo opportunities too. The children attending (and their parents) are encouraged to dress up in their favorite character costumes to come enjoy a buffet breakfast prepared by JWAGI members. Who wouldn’t want to have pancakes with a princess or blueberry muffins with Bob the Builder?! What a clever way for a new organization to introduce itself in the community with such an appealing and unique event! Tickets for the Character Breakfast are available at jwagi.org/ events. Single ticket are $15 or a family 4-pack is available for $50. Tickets are tax deductible. There are sponsorship opportunities available as well, and begin at only $50. Seating will be limited, so we encourage everyone to get their tickets online now!

he Junior Women’s Association of the Golden Isles is a not-forprofit association of women leaders that was formed last year. Their mission is to cultivate women leaders through networking and leadership training and to provide those women with a platform to support the Golden Isles community. JWAGI’s goal is to empower women and children in the community through educational programming and community projects with other like-minded local organizations. They work with the Boys & Girls Club

of Southeast Georgia to provide a financial literacy program for teens at the Elizabeth Correll Teen Center. This program helps teens learn the basics of banking, budgeting, credit management, and financing. JWAGI supports the Back Pack Buddies program at Glynn Middle School by sponsoring the food and weekly bag packing to provide weekend meals for students. JWAGI also engages with a variety of different organizations to expand their reach in the community by participating in Done in a Day Projects. These are one-time only specific volunteer projects that can be completed in a day,

like a bag-packing session or food drive, assisting with a host organization’s event, etc. Past programs have included partnerships with Safe Harbor, America’s Second Harvest, as well as specific projects with the Boys & Girls Club programs in the Golden Isles. JWAGI is open to members of all ages and they are actively seeking women who are committed to promoting volunteerism and are willing to be hands-on in their work to improve the community. Membership application forms can be downloaded at jwagi.org. Get involved! (continues)

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The idea of cartoon characters and superheroes that the JWAGI is using for its fundraising breakfast theme inspired us to reach out to other not-for-profit organizations in the area and other “champions for the community” to see what characters and superheroes have inspired them.

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f course, we began with Brooke Eldridge Parmelee from JWAGI, asking “If you could choose to be any character or superhero, who would it be?” She responded, “For a cartoon character, I would choose Minnie Mouse. She is a cheerful, upbeat, and optimistic female who has a good heart and is always ready to help others.” Brooke may not sport those ears or have the squeaky voice, but we think she fits that bill perfectly!

eslie Hartman, the Executive Director of Safe Harbor Center, says she’d be the Road Runner, “because I’m always on the go, from program to program or child to child.” Another character she would choose to be is Mary Poppins. “She brought joy to the children she worked with and restored the family.” Safe Harbor Children’s Center is a home for children in need of a safe, loving

s Chief Professional Officer of the Boys & Girls Club of Southeast Georgia, Brian Dolan is a champion for the children, so he wouldn’t be out of place righting wrongs with The Avengers or as part of the Justice League, but it wasn’t any of these characters he chose. “I’d want to be Pepé LePew. Mssr. LePew was always trying to court Penelope Pussycat. Pepé was a little confused, but never stopped trying to reach his goal by pouring on his lover-boy charm.” Never underestimate the powers of determination and persistence! The Boys & Girls Club of Southeast Georgia, Inc. helps kids and teens develop essential skills, and make lasting connections while having fun. 912.265.1455. bgcsega.com

edicated do-gooder, Virginia Brown, President and CEO of United Way of Coastal Georgia, Inc. chose Wile E. Coyote, the Road Runner’s relentless pursuer, “Because he never gives up!” However, if given the opportunity to be a superhero, Virginia says she’d be Wonder Woman. “She’s strong, smart, and fights for those who are unable to fight for themselves.” Virginia

stresses that anyone can possess these powers, saying, “I encourage our community to volunteer, give and advocate for others every day and truly believe that there are superheroes right here in the Golden Isles.”

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ea King-Badyna, Executive Director of Keep Golden Isles Beautiful, is also strong believer in the superhero qualities that we ALL possess. KGIB has a program geared toward younger children called “You Can Be an Environmental Superhero.” In it, children are taught how to use the “special powers” that they already possess to make a positive difference for the environment and the good of the community, just like a superhero does.” Lea told us, “If I could be any superhero, I would be the Greatest American Hero. Not for the name, but because he has ALL of the best superhero powers. He’s a regular person who was thrust into the superhero world and still makes mistakes as a superhero. He uses a lot of humor, (continues)

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ports a number of local charitable causes through non-profit organizations and church activities, as well as his own individual efforts. Dan says, “I would be Quailman from my favorite cartoon, Doug. He had special powers, but he utilized diligence and patience, which always stood out to me. I hope I would have the same approach if I was granted powers.”

does a lot of good, and has the best theme song.” Believe it or not. Keep Golden Isles Beautiful works to preserve and enhance the beauty of Glynn County through community stewardship. 912.265.1490, kgib.org.

Sea Island employee, Dan Meyers was recognized by EIL readers in the Best of 2018 Readers’ Choice Awards as top Community Volunteer. He actively sup-

elly Hunter is the Assistant Director of Golden Isles Arts & Humanities, an organization that acts as the protector and defender of the arts in our community. “I have to pick Professor X from the X-men. I like the idea of being a hero who uses mental abilities rather than physical ones. He’s also a teacher who founded a school where those who are different would be welcome. I would love to be able to do something like that.” A fitting response for a representative of

Interestingly enough, Doug creator Jim Jenkins happens to live right here in the Golden Isles. After receiving Dan’s response, EIL reached out to him to get his thoughts about inspiring this kind of reaction with his characters. “It’s awesome!” Jim chuckled. “Especially if you know that Quailman’s powers aren’t your typical ‘melt their face off’ kind of superhero powers, although he does have some of those too. They’re based on the traits of a quail. Patience. Diligence. Speed. If you’re familiar with quail at all, you’re aware that you won’t even know they’re there until you’re right on top of the covey – and then they’re gone! Their great power is remaining still and showing restraint.” As Jim himself is the inspiration for the character Doug and his fantasy alter-ego, he’s thrilled to know that someone here doing good deeds for the community has this connection with his characters.

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a group that celebrates unique talents and abilities and fosters a spirit of inclusion. Golden Isles Arts & Humanities is the coordinating arts council for Glynn County and the City of Brunswick, 912.262.6934, goldenislesarts.org.

Hospice of the Golden Isles is a communitybased, non-profit serving patients and families with end-of-life issues, 912.265.4735, hospice.me.

imilarly, while iconic comic book superhero Captain America would have been an easy choice here, since Steve Rogers was a World War II hero, Dave Olender of Coastal Georgia Honor Flight, (continues)

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hen approached as a representative of Hospice of the Golden Isles, Patty Crosby said more than any fictional superheroes or characters, it’s the people that she works with that inspire her. “Our hospice team is like ALL the members of the Justice League combined. They demonstrate superhuman strength every day, lifting up the hearts and spirits of our patients and families. It’s a physically and emotionally demanding career but one they have selflessly chosen because of their supersized hearts and endless compassion to serve the most vulnerable in our community.”

says the real heroes are our veterans. He says, “The American Veteran. That’s the true superhero. Especially those who made the ultimate sacrifice to preserve Liberty, Justice, and the American Way. They are all Superheroes!” The Honor Flight Network is a non-profit organization created to honor America’s veterans for their sacrifices by transporting them to Washington DC to visit the war memorials free of charge. 912.434.6160, coastalgeorgiahonorflight.org.

ary Greenfield, Executive Director of CASA Glynn, Inc., explains her choice of The Incredible Hulk by saying, “Bruce Banner is quiet and under the 40

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radar, but when it’s time to help, he is a mighty force.” Another popular character she finds inspiring is Neville Longbottom from J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter books. She says, “Neville is overlooked and often dismissed, but always pulls through. He’s always there for his friends, standing with them, and defending them without reservation.” You don’t need a wand or any special spells to be a champion for friends and causes in which you believe. CASA Glynn, Inc.’s mission is to recruit, train, and supervise volunteers from the community to advocate for the best inter-

ests of abused and neglected children. 912.264.4448, casaglynn.org. EIL encourages everyone to use their own “powers” and unique traits by getting involved and supporting charitable causes in the Golden Isles. The groups mentioned here are just a small representation of what’s out there. You too can be a champion for our community!

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Cycling Superheroes

ho needs to don a cape and leap tall buildings when you have a bicycle? Betsy Albright and her cycling team, St. Simons Spinners, show that superheroes ride bikes too. On October 13-14, they’ll be participating in Bike MS: PGA TOUR Cycle to the Shore 2018 in Ponte Vedra, Florida. As promotions for Bike MS events state, “It’s more than a ride,” and they 42

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could use your support to help complete their mission, which goes far beyond completing the pedaling trek along the Florida coast. St. Simons Elementary School teacher Betsy Albright was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2007. She says, “I decided to keep a positive outlook and adopted the saying, ‘I might have MS, but MS doesn’t have me.’” While maybe not a superpower, this is not an easy feat, and anyone who knows Betsy also knows

that she does it amazingly well. Betsy says that in those first years after her diagnosis she began participating in several MS fundraising events. Then something completely unexpected occurred. In 2010, Betsy’s husband, Chad, a teacher and coach at Glynn Academy, was also diagnosed with MS. Instead of letting Chad’s diagnosis knock the wind out of their sails, Betsy said, “This created an even greater desire for us to raise (continues)

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money for MS research.” Betsy and Chad formed their own Walk MS team: Albrights for a Cure, Everything is Going to be ALBRIGHT. The team was supported by their immediate and extended families as well their schools.

ing my team to ride another mile!” She continues, “I am not alone, I have MY biggest cheerleader by my side – my mom. We put smiles on the other bikers’ faces as we share Bike MS cheer with everyone.” When prompted, Betsy says if she could be a superhero, it would be Supergirl. “She’s feminine and strong, girly but fierce. She is always on an adventure, and welcomes a challenge with a smile on her face. Supergirl is a role model for young girls and leads by example.” Betsy herself possesses those traits, facing life with MS with a positive attitude, supporting and encouraging others. When it comes to Bike MS, she’s a dynamo in generating awareness, spurring participation, and championing the cause through fundraising.

Fast forward a couple of years, and the St. Simons Spinners Bike MS cycling team emerged. Betsy explains, “The Spinners are a group of my co-workers who bike recreationally and were more than happy to support the Bike MS event. We began doing the Cycle to the Shore ride in October 2015.” The men and women who once were simply co-workers, quickly became close friends. In addition to Betsy and Chad, the St. Simons Spinners members include Mary Ann Pruett, Lynn Truluck, Theresa Johnson, Preston Powers, Megan Counts, and Jessica Childers. Betsy says, “Although I am not able to participate in the actual ride, Missy Vail, who also has MS, has ridden every year. They are all rock stars in my opinion and will never know the value of their time and support in helping raise funds for MS research.” Bike MS: PGA TOUR Cycle to the Shore is a two-day fundraising cycling event from TPC Sawgrass to Daytona Beach and back. There are multiple one and two day route options that range from 36 to 160 miles, with each route well supported to include fully-stocked rest stops, a lunch stop each day, and safety provided by medical personnel, HAM radio operators, law enforcement and motorcycle escorts. Riders travel along the scenic Florida coastline and finish day one with a beachside celebration on the Daytona Beach Boardwalk. Participation supports the National MS Society, driving MS research forward faster and delivering services to those who face the challenges of MS every day to help them live their best lives. The Bike MS cycling series includes events nation44

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wide and raises more money than any other cycling event for any other cause. To date, Bike MS cyclists, volunteers, and donors have raised more than $1 billion toward stopping MS in its tracks. That’s how superheroes work. Although Betsy doesn’t ride, she doesn’t let that keep her inactive at the event. She explains, “Each year, the Bike MS event gets more exciting for our team. Even though I am not riding a bike, I am ringing a cowbell, cheering with a megaphone, dancing in a tutu, and encourag-

Betsy is grateful for the support of St. Simons Elementary staff, students, and families, as well as other businesses in our community, saying they have truly been a blessing. This year, the Spinners have many fundraisers planned at SSE and continue to seek donations from businesses. Supporters who donate $100 or more will have their logo or family names printed on the back of the Spinners’ t-shirts. On Thursday, September 6, there will be a Bike MS Spirit Night at Chick-fil-A (SSI) from 5:00-8:00 p.m., so come out and eat some tasty food and show your support for Betsy, Chad, and their team! For more info about Bike MS and the PGA TOUR Cycle to the Shore, visit bikems.org. There’s always room for more riders! For additional information about donations to St. Simons Spinners and their local fundraising events, please contact Betsy directly at betsyannealbright@yahoo.com.

by David Butler

t’s hard to imagine what the Brunswick-Golden Isles Chamber of Commerce will be like without Woody Woodside. Milton “Woody” Woodside has been chamber president since 1985, and according to the Georgia Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives, that makes him one of the most tenured, continuous serving chamber leaders to serve only one community in the state. Woody has announced that he will be retiring in April 2019, marking the end of an era. As one of the most active members in our community, Woody serves on the Glynn-Brunswick Memorial Hospital Authority, Glynn County Transportation Policy Committee, Jekyll Island Foundation Advisory Board, Rotary Club of Brunswick, and the Military Officer’s Association of America (MOAA), Golden Isles Chapter. Some of the many awards and accolades

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he received throughout his career include the Brunswick-Golden Isles Chamber of Commerce’s Alfred W. Jones Award, the Glynn County Bar Association’s Liberty Bell Award, the Patrick Henry Award from the National Guard Association of the U.S., the Kent Lawrence Professional of the Year Award from the Georgia Association of Chamber Executives, Keep Brunswick-Golden Isles Beautiful’s Bootsie Mason Award, the Golden Eagle Award from the Okefenokee Council Boy Scouts of America, and Leadership Georgia’s Frederick B. Kerr Award in 1999. He is an Emory Dawson Humanitarian Award recipient, and Georgia Trend magazine named him a “Notable Georgian” for nine consecutive years.

EIL: How did you end up in the Golden Isles? WW: After college in the Army, I worked for Ronald “Bo” Ginn in his bid for the first Congressional District of Georgia, an area covering 20 counties including coastal Georgia. When Bo won, I went with him to DC to be on his staff in 1973. Later that year, I had the opportunity to work in a job with the same responsibilities in the region based in Glynn County. Having campaigned down here, I jumped at the chance, knowing the quality of life here.

I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Woody for over thirty years and was very thankful when he agreed to sit down with me to talk a little about his time with the Chamber for Elegant Island Living.

EIL: Are you social media savvy? WW: You have the wrong guy! When I started at the Chamber in 1985, we didn’t have computers. Then perhaps in ’86 or ’87, it started. Thank goodness for the Chamber

EIL: How did attending The Citadel impact your life most? WW: By instilling discipline, loyalty, and honesty, I hope.

Member volunteers and staff. I remember getting one, and it was probably a month before I found out how to turn it on! Of course now we can’t do without them!

Woody and EIL publisher David Butler

EIL: In your 46 years working in Brunswick and Glynn County, what changes have you seen occur as a result of the collective efforts of the community, including the Chamber? WW: Well, there have been quite a few, especially when you consider the population of Glynn County doubled to over 85,000 residents in that time. In the area of transportation and roadways, there was the completion of I-95 System (exits 29-36) and the I-95 Welcome Center,

“... I had the opportunity to work in a job with the same responsibilities in the region based in Glynn County. Having campaigned down here, I jumped at the chance, knowing the quality of life here.” creating 4-lane roads on Hwy 82 BrunswickColumbus, Hwy 431 Brunswick-Perry, Hwy 17 to Spur to Exit 38, MLK-Altama to Glynco, F.J. Torras Causeway, and Spur 25 to Hwy 99, plus overhead signage on state roads. The Sidney Lanier Bridge was replaced, Colonels Island Terminals were constructed and the GPA Mayor’s Point Terminal was established. The Brunswick Harbor was deepened from 30' to 36' and the Hampton Marina was established. The Brunswick-Golden Isles Airport was established and new terminals have been built for both SSI and Brunswick airports.

There were significant renovations and new construction of public schools, as well as the establishment of The Golden Isles College and Career Academy and the four-year College of Coastal Georgia, and the completion of Coastal Pines Technical College’s Glynn Campus. The Southeast Georgia Health System has gone through three expansions. Government buildings and recreational facilities got some improvements, with the completion of the new Glynn County Courthouse and Detention Center, Recreation, Public Safety Complex, SSI Casino and library and Neptune Park Fun Zone pool complex. On St. Simons Island, there was the expansion of the Coastal Georgia Historical Society’s A. W. Jones Heritage Center and the acquisition and preservation of Cannon’s Point by the St. Simons Land Trust. Improvements were made in areas that bolster hospitality as well. Numerous hotel and motel properties were built on St. Simons and Jekyll Island, Sea Island built/renovated The Cloister, and the state built the $50 Million Jekyll Island Convention Center. Four additional golf courses were constructed and the RSM Classic PGA Tour Golf Tournament at Sea

Island Golf Club was established. Shopping opportunities expanded with the Glynn Place Mall being established on the Spur in Brunswick and Retreat Village and Shops at Sea Island opening on St. Simons Island. It’s important to note that all of these accomplishments didn’t just happen. The key to success is everyone in the community coming together. EIL: Knowing what you know now, what advice would you give your 18-year old self? WW: Avoid too many distractions to educational opportunities and experiences. Make sure to have strong reading skills. EIL: What’s one thing about you that surprises people? WW: I don’t have a clue! Hopefully nothing. We at EIL join the rest of the community in wishing Woody well in his retirement. Maybe now he’ll get a chance to put those strong reading skills to use with some New York Times bestsellers or instructions on how to build the new porch rocker instead of perusing meeting minutes and contract forms. Enjoy those golden years in the Golden Isles, Woody! Thanks for all you’ve done here.

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A SYMPHONIC DIALOGUE

by Linda Wright

ust imagine a discussion between Bernstein and Beethoven. Wouldn’t that be a collegial conversation made in heaven? Perhaps divine intervention defying time and geography is not a realistic expectation in arranging colloquies among great composers, but do not yield to resigned pessimism, dear reader. Michelle Merrill, the new Coastal Symphony of Geor-

gia’s Music Director and Conductor, will work her own magical transport across time and space as she opens the 2018-19 season. On October 1, the 20th Century meets the 19th in an intriguing program of contemporary and classical compositions. Leonard Bernstein starts the dialogue with his 1956 Overture to Candide and keeps the lyrical messages flowing

with Symphonic Dances from West Side Story. After intermission, Ludwig von Beethoven replies, as one might expect this Classical master would do, with the heart-stopping and perennial favorite, Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, making it abundantly clear that Bernstein’s Sharks and Jets better get their acts together. Fortunately, these two symphonic titans appear to get along like lifelong friends: no (continues)

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ruffled feathers or bruised egos that need diplomatic intervention or group therapy.

gram that features American composers exclusively. Whimsical, sophisticated, uplifting, and jazzy: this program presents the essence of musical connectivity and affirms who we are as a country and as citizens who embrace both differences and commonality in the quilt of American experience. Conor Brown’s How to Relax with Origami (yes, really, that’s the title) will surprise and amuse while Samuel Barber’s Violin Concerto provides a showcase

Harmonious discourse continues on December 17 when Conductor Merrill introduces two early 20th Century composers to a century ago musical ancestor, as all three bear celebratory gifts honoring a legacy of both music and art. Sergei Prokofiev (of Peter and the Wolf fame) goes first in this unexpected triumvirate with Symphony No. 1 in D Michelle Merrill, Coastal Major. The metaphorical baton is Symphony of Georgia’s Music Director and Conductor then tossed to Ottorino Respighi, who introduces his colleagues (and us) to Botticelli masterpieces of art rendered as musical compositions in Trittico Bottecelliano. Not to be outdone, Franz Schubert then offers a concluding strand of the conversation with Symphony No. 5 in B flat major, (no trumpets or drums) but laced with “magical notes” derived from the strong influence of his idol, Mozart. All three composers seem happy with for solo violin, performed by Sarah Crocker their newfound connections and wonder if Vonsattel of the Metropolitan Opera Orchesdear Wolfgang should be included next time. tra, as well as for a hauntingly beautiful melody, continued with solo oboe, in an orchestral Well, apparently networking is a powerful tool setting. After intermission, Aaron Copland even for fictitious friendships, a fact Merrill joins the discourse with his stirring Fanfare understands very well. So, who do you supfor the Common Man, followed by the familpose opens the February 11 concert? Oh yes! iar Appalachian Spring Suite. And guess who Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart leads the way with closes this concert season’s conversation loop? a universally beloved friend, Overture to The Leonard Bernstein, of course, who brings us Magic Flute, followed by soloist appearances back from whence we came. His Three Dance by Aurica Duca and Clinton Dewing, a husEpisodes from On the Town: Times Square 1944 band and wife duo, who helps keep the musical sends us home with warm hearts and rhythm dialogue going in Mozart’s Concertone for Two in our shoes. Violins in C major. So see, friends of friends are also welcome in symphonic conversation. Peter So thank you, Michelle Merrill. We welcome Illich Tchaikovsky joins the gathering to close you as the Music Director and Conductor of the program with Symphony No. 4 in F minor. the Coastal Symphony of Georgia. We can He explained his musical finale in these words, hardly wait to join the conversation! “If you have no pleasure in yourself, look about you. Go to the people. See how they can enjoy The mission of the Coastal Symphony of life and give themselves up entirely to festivity.” Georgia is to engage, enrich, and inspire the community through artistically vibrant musiWith that sage advice in mind, Michelle Mercal performances. For more information, visit rill “goes to the people” with an April 8 procoastalsymphonyofgeorgia.org. 50

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TOP: Balvenie Master Tasting Class BELOW: Scotch Pairing

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or several years, I had it in the back of my mind to take a father-and-son trip to Scotland. This was on my bucket list, but each year slipped away for one reason or another and the dream remained on the back burner, left to simmer. But this year, in a fury of activity, Adam and I just decided to do it. So, with an invitation from William Grant & Sons to visit the famed Glenfiddich distillery and their smaller sister, the Balvenie distillery, the wheels were set in motion. So off we flew from Atlanta to London, then on to Aberdeen. We rented a car, and with Adam behind the wheel, we headed for the Malt Whisky Trail and the small village of Dufftown, to explore the magic of the malts in this undisputed “Malt Whisky Capital of the World.” William Grant brought his dream to “make the best dram in the valley” to life when he first began producing Glenfiddich in 1887. Five generations later, it is the World’s Most Awarded single malt Scotch whisky, and, in 2016, William Grant & Sons earned the distinction of being named “Distiller of the Year” and “Scotch Producer of the Year” by the prestigious International Wine & Spirit Competition. James Joyce poetically wrote, “The light music of Whisky falling into a glass – an agreeable interlude.” Part of the appeal of Scotland’s legendary drink is that the process of making Whisky hasn’t changed over the centuries, and Glenfiddich and Balvenie are perfect examples of this tradition. Barley, pure spring water, some yeast and plenty of time are all that’s needed to make great Whisky, and Glenfiddich and Balvenie have some of the purest spring water. The highlights of our tours were the Masterclass Tastings we experienced at each of the distilleries. We learned much about this “uisge-beatha,” the Scottish Gaelic term for “water of life,” and I’ll pass on some of the finer points here. (continues) 54

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TOP: Don attends Glenfiddich Master Testing Class; MIDDLE (clockwise from left): The Caledonian Hotel Edinburgh;

Glenfiddich Distillery; Turnberry; Barrel Repair Shop. BOTTOM: The Turnberry Lighthouse at the 9th hole.

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It all begins with the still. The shape and height of the still affects the final flavor of the spirit. Smaller stills produce heavy, oily spirit compared to the light, fresh spirit produced from tall stills. By law in Scotland, new spirit must be matured in an oak cask for a minimum of three years before it can be called Scotch Whisky. Most malts lie for at least 10 years. Whisky casks are recycled and have already been used for American Bourbon or Spanish Sherry. Over time, the spirit reacts to the natural compounds in the wooden casks to develop a rich flavor and color. The longer it’s stored, the more complex the flavors. Every cask of Whisky tastes different, which is why the blender’s art is so revered. Wood breathes and every year, a filled cask loses two percent of volume through evaporation. This is known as the “angels’ share.” Around 20 million casks of Scotch are currently maturing in Scotland – so take a deep breath! Unlike wine, once in the bottle, Whisky will no longer age. Its taste is timeless. Scotland is also most famous for the origin of golf – my favorite sport, although to be honest, I am a fair golfer at best. To many golfers, the Old Course at St. Andrews, an ancient links course dating to before 1574, is considered to be a site of pilgrimage. So, from the heart of the Whisky trail, we drove south on A90 to the Old Course Hotel in St. Andrews. One of the first golf links we played was not

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the expected Old or New Course but, instead, just a few kilometers away at KingsBarnes, a traditional Scottish seaside links course. With beautiful scenic views from almost every hole looking out to the North Sea coastline, it is recognized to be in the top 100 golf courses in the world. Back in the car, we were off to visit Edinburgh and of course, to have a “wee dram” or two of Whisky in that fair city. We stopped in a few pubs within walking distance of the iconic Waldorf Astoria’s The Caledonian hotel (or The Caley, as it is fondly known locally), which is very close to Edinburgh Castle. There are approximately 126 registered Malt Whisky distilleries in Scotland – so many to try and so little time to imbibe! From the capital of Scotland, we continued our journey to Turnberry to play the famed Ailsa golf links. Turnberry boasts an incredibly rich history, not only of the game of golf but also of the history of Scotland itself. The legendary Ailsa course is set along the rugged coastline, a spectacular setting creating one of the most beautiful golfing destinations anywhere in the world. After two days at Turnberry, it was time to say farewell and head home through

Glasgow, in the afterglow of a fine father-andson holiday. Famous author Mark Twain once claimed, “Too much of anything is bad, but too much good Whisky is barely enough” and many think similarly of golf. In fact, it has been

said, and often attempted to be confirmed, that it takes 18 shots to finish off a fifth of Scotch, thus the reason the Scottish invented the game to cover 18 holes. While we can neither confirm nor deny, there was ample Whisky sampled and golf played on this trip, but the experiences we shared were barely enough. Don Billings is the publisher of In the Mix magazine, a national B2B magazine for the hospitality industry. The Sea Island resident and his wife, Helen, are connoisseurs of fine wine, spirits, and cuisine, and enjoy travel here and abroad.

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t’s clear that St. Simons Island locals and visitors agree on at least one thing: Certified Burgers and Beverage is certifiably delicious! They were chosen by Elegant Island Living readers as the spot for Best Hamburger in the Best of 2017 and Best of 2018 Readers’ Choice Awards. Diners will leave this locally owned establishment with their bellies and hearts full after the experience offered at

Certified Burgers and Beverage. As you walk into the restaurant, you immediately get the sense that you are in for a treat. Chef David Carrier’s infectious personality sets the tone for the quality driven environment on which the Certified team prides itself. Chef David commands the attention of everyone in the room. He loves greeting each guest with a smile, a bear hug and stories of his past adventures. His bigger than life personality echoes through the

place, especially when his beloved New York Rangers are on the television. While David was born in Queens, New York, he and his wife Ryanne have called St. Simons home for the past nine years. Whether it is your first visit or you are here every week, you immediately feel like family. So, put down your phones, ask your server for one of the community board games and cher-

ish the escape from the run of the mill burger joints. The goal at Certified is to provide a warm family environment with excellent service, delicious food and memorable drinks. If you ask the locals about Certified, they’ll tell you that the specials are where it’s at. Whether it’s Taco Tuesdays, Donut Sundays, or Daily Specials, the locals know they can find the information they want on the grand chalkboard complete with entertaining art provided by (continues)

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local artist, Daniel “Ox” Hocutt. Ox’s chalk art is always changing, sometimes even showcasing some of the Certified family members. The menu serves hamburgers inspired by the flavors of the great cities that have influenced Chef David during his career. Recipes from New York City (an in-house NY style hot dog) to Greece (a savory Greektown lamb burger), they have a burger and a side to satisfy your hunger and please your taste buds. When Chef David is asked what makes his burgers different from all others, he quickly answers, “It’s just simple. Simply sourced, simply raised, simply butchered in-house and simple ingredients like what you had growing up as a kid.” The responsibly sourced meat that is used to make your favorite burger comes from Hunter Cattle in Brooklet, Georgia. The cattle is 100% grassfed and is completely free of additives and hor-

mones. The meat is butchered in the refrigerated butcher room in the restaurant, and the fries, chips, and poutine are also made fresh in house. Poutine is a combination of French fries, cheese curds, and in-house made brown gravy. This dish originated in Canada, where Chef David spent many summers and holidays during his youth. Knowing that Chef Dave is married to a certified sommelier, it is no surprise that the wine list exceeds the expectations of a typical burger restaurant. When you review their bar menu, it is apparent that their commitment to quality is not only in the kitchen. In addition to serving outstanding burgers and sides, their full bar selection is complete with all of your favorites and a few new things to try. Anyone can say they have a full bar, but the selection at Certified cannot be beat. Some locals believe

The Certified team also believes in giving back to the community and does this by participating in local benefits and events. The Certified team’s latest contribution is joining the St. Simons Land Trust’s 1% campaign. Certified Burgers and Beverage proudly provides delicious food to The RSM Classic, Sea Island’s Southern Grown Festival and other local events annually. The team also shows off their culinary skills at food festivals all over the Southeast. Certified partners Chef David, Jessica “Mama Jess” Snyder, and Bo Chambliss are more than satisfied with their tiny but mighty team of servers, hosts, cooks, and dishwashers. The trio knows that the success of Certified would never be possible without the help of their incredible team. The restaurant is located at 44 Midway Square, at the corner of Frederica and Sea Island roads, and opens at 11:00 a.m. seven days a week. They stay open until 11:00 p.m. daily too, so you can stop by for a late bite after most kitchens on the island are closed or have a drink with the locals during late night happy hour from 9:00 p.m. to close. To see daily specials and featured items, follow them on Instagram.

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wrote about humidity last month, and I’m revisiting the topic following a recent vacation out west. We enjoyed some time in the mountains, with their cool mornings, and also explored the desert a bit. The lowest temperature of the trip was around sixty degrees, while the highest was one hundred and fifteen. That’s a big swing, to be sure. What was most notable, however was my opportunity to experience summer temperatures without our South Georgia humidity! Humidity is not new to me. The part of Pennsylvania I grew up in was in a bit of a geographic bowl, and in a typical summer with typical rainfalls, it’s plenty humid in those parts. Southeast Georgia, however, is in a category unto itself. Since I moved here I’ve petitioned for blessed Willis Carrier to be included on the calendar of saints in our church tradition. I think he’s historically responsible for more prayers of thanksgiving than potentially any other human being. I can’t be the only one who comes in from outside to feel the refreshing coolness as the air conditioning envelopes me and utter my thanks to God! Let’s just say I have developed a new appreciation for air conditioning, be it in my car, my home, or my office. It’s hot here in the summer, and I’m not really complaining. I’ll take our hot and humid days over the chill, cold, and gray of winter that I grew up with. Every day, and twice on Sunday. 62

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Well, maybe not on Sunday. Wearing liturgical robes can be, shall we say, unpleasant, when one stands outside to greet before and after services in the summer. That’s why our clergy team all have ice cooling vests to wear under our robes. Clearly, they were invented for police and emergency responders, and those who work outdoors, but they also work wonders for priests! And while it’s cliché to say it, it’s clearly the humidity. My cousin, whom I visited out west on this trip, is a police officer in a very hot desert community. As the subject of the incredibly high temperatures came up, he interrupted me to interject, “don’t say it’s a dry heat!” It seems the locals don’t like hearing from folks like me who have no pity on them for their heat. But when you’re used to humidity in addition to high temperatures, being out west is like standing in the ice cream aisle in the grocery store. The heat there, which happens to be dry (See, Alan, I didn’t say it!), really is more comfortable than heat down here. I think it’s because sweat glands simply cry uncle in extreme humidity. The heat out there (which happens to be dry) is still hot, don’t get me wrong. But it’s just not as oppressive. We hiked a fair amount in desert locales, and while we drank a good bit of water, it wasn’t unbearable. The proprietary vent system built into the back of my day pack actually allowed air to move and cool me down,

whereas it’s more of a gimmick in these parts. The intense heat in the desert is not without its dangers, though. It can and does kill people. Just a week after we got home I read a report of a man who died after hiking in the same national park we had hiked. He had water with him, but didn’t drink enough, and died from severe dehydration back at his hotel. Cases like his are the reason there are signs at trail heads warning of the risk of death if one hikes without sufficient water. While it may feel like I want to die as a result of our humidity on occasion, I’ve never really felt in danger of it. My mouth doesn’t get dry here like it did out there – the indication that you need to take a drink. Drinking when thirsty, and only when thirsty is the way those warning signs tell you to balance between dehydration and overhydrating, apparently. It’s a bit of a novel idea, I know, but I’ve never seen it on a sign here. Maybe that humidity is good for something besides letting me be lazy with watering the plants on my front porch after all. I suppose I’ll keep the humidity too. I enjoyed the dry heat (yes, I said it), but it felt wrong somehow. Maybe it’s just that I’ve grown accustomed to my Southern card that says, “It’s a dry heat,” on one side, and, “It’s not the heat, it’s the humidity,” on the other. I like to play that card. At the end of the day, though, it’s just hot. I’m going to hang out in the air-conditioning a while longer. See you in the fall.

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Healthy Hydration by Hans Trupp

e have all been told that we should drink 8 glasses of water a day; however, most of us have never received an explanation of why we should. I was introduced to the book Your Body’s Many Cries for Water by Dr. F. Batmanghelidj approximately 25 years ago and it gave me a totally different appreciation for water and an understanding of what happens when you drink it and when you are dehydrated. I have been living a water cure life since that time and I believe that understanding the importance of water to our bodies can be key in changing your life. Our bodies are 75% water and every bodily function and interaction of our organs revolves around water. The minimum daily intake of water should be 1/2 ounce of water for every pound of body weight. A person who weighs 200 lbs. should therefore drink a minimum of 100 ounces a day. The benefits of consuming adequate amounts of water daily are multitude. Water aids in brain function, ensures healthy metabolism, digestion, and kidney function. It also helps circulate oxygen in the blood stream,

lubricates joints and ensures proper muscle function. Proper hydration can alleviate so many common ailments. It can help alleviate headaches, improve skin condition, relieve stress and depression, reduce high blood pressure, as well as other health benefits. In short, water is the natural lubricant of the body and is necessary for all the organs and parts of the body to function properly. Proper hydration sounded like such a simplistic solution to so many of our healthcare issues that I asked four of my doctor friends to read the book and let me know if they thought the

material was accurate. Their consensus was that it was about 80% accurate but contained some exaggerations. When I asked these same doctors what percentage of the patients they see every day were dehydrated, their response was almost everyone. That’s the bottom line: almost everyone is dehydrated most of the time. I encourage everyone to read Dr. Batmanghelidj’s book to get a better understanding of your body and the importance of proper hydration. Water is inexpensive, there is no downside risk, and the upside is that you feel better, healthier, and improve your quality of life.

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Hans Trupp has recently been the featured guest on several occasions for the entire hour of Barry Farber’s nationally syndicated talk radio show to discuss his efforts to get the federal government involved in promoting the Water Cure project. DISCLAIMER: The author is not a medical doctor or healthcare professional and the information contained in this article is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional advice by a physician or other qualified healthcare provider. The statements made herein are strictly the views of the author and do not represent any opinions of or endorsements by Elegant Island Living or its staff.

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PELICAN MARKET CELEBRATES ONE YEAR Pelican Market, located at 1226 Ocean Blvd., offers a variety of products from everyday grocery needs to specialty regional products. They are the exclusive local carriers of Horton’s beef jerky and sausage, Hairy Farm Pit Girls lotions and soaps, Call It Yours Casseroles, and Rap Snacks. Along with those popular items, enjoy hand-scooped Greenwood ice cream, Vidalia Peanut Company boiled peanuts, and honey from Blackwater and Altamaha Apiaries. The market also offers locally made condiments and rubs like Southern Soul Barbeque sauces, TREX Steak Sauce and marinade, and Outlaw’s Dry Rub. In addition to delicious food, they carry wonderful local art, jewelry, purses by Bartique and YoToGo. Go in and see for yourself everything they have to offer! Owners Craig and Kathryn Ross say, “Thank you to all our customers for a successful year. We’re here because of you!”

GEORGIA COAST REALTY WELCOMES SALES AGENT Tina Fallon has joined Georgia Coast Realty as a sales agent. Originally from Massachusetts, Tina and her husband decided to make a home for their family here in the Golden Isles after first being introduced to the area in 1988 while her husband trained at FLETC. After seven permanent change of station moves around the country, they now call St. Simons Island home. Tina can assist anyone looking to buy or sell as well as aiding on house hunting trips, temporary quarters and movement of household goods. While specializing in residential and investment real estate throughout the area, she is also an expert in government relocations and federal travel regulations. Tina made her dream of home ownership come true and she is excited to make your dreams come true too! Tina can be reached at 540.588.5456 or visit gacoastrealty.com.

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BUSINESS BUZZ SIMMONS RECEIVES AWARD Interior Designer Dee Simmons has received not only the honor of being nominated as 2018 Women of Power and Influence, but has also been awarded 2018 Faces of Design in Atlanta. Few have the insight and drive to accomplish multi-faceted entrepreneurial success in one field, let alone a few additional ones. Dee has done just that, with recognition in her concentrated field of interior design, her eponymous trade showroom at ADAC, and her own branded lines of rugs and soft furnishings. The Delinah Simmons showroom features almost 30 artisan collaborations, including furniture, fabric, lighting and art from around the world, in addition to her own textile and rug collections. On St. Simons Island, Dee Simmons Interiors is located at 1802 Frederica Road, Suite A. Her collections can be seen on at deesimmonsinteriors.com and delinahsimmons.com.

NEW COMMUNITY DIRECTOR AT THRIVE Sandy Johnson was recently hired as Community Relations Director at Thrive at Frederica. Originally from Louisiana, Sandy has been married for 32 years to her husband Reggie and has an adult son, Brandon. She brings to Thrive her 10 years of experience with assisted and independent living and memory care. Sandy said, “I am looking forward to working with the great management team at Thrive and hope to meet a lot of the community through our Professional Networking Luncheons on the 3rd Wednesday of each month.” When Sandy is not working, she enjoys our local beaches, fishing, and spending time with her two long haired doxies, Mady and Hydee. Thrive at Frederica is senior living facility that offers catered and assisted living and memory care. 3615 Frederica Rd., 912.295.4699. thrivesl.com/frederica

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THE COFFEE’S ALWAYS ON This summer Local Brew Coffee Makers opened its doors and has steadily been building a reputation for excellent espresso, coffee, and tea, plus light breakfast and lunch items. The spacious café features a variety of single origin and blended coffee sourced from some of the South’s finest roasters, and the only tea still grown in the U.S. (South Carolina). They also offer healthy salads, soups, sandwiches

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TAYLOR HOUSE HOSTS WATERMELON SOCIAL Residents of Magnolia Manor participated in a lovely late summer get-together with Gail Butler, the owner of Taylor House Interiors, and her staff. During a recent sale at Taylor House, customers were invited to bring in watermelons or make a donation for the social. The watermelons and a donation of $250 were presented to Magnolia Manor at the social. Balloons dressed up the room and the residents, staff, and Taylor House folks enjoyed the sweet summer treat and time spent in each other’s company. Taylor House Interiors, located at 3079 Frederica Road, is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 912.638.5560.

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RUNWAY FASHION & FLOWERS AT THE GREENHOUSE In celebration of New York Fashion Week, join Tibi and The Vine at The Greenhouse on Saturday, September 15 at 7:00 p.m., to experience a night of Spring 2019 fashion and flowers. Enjoy a video presentation of the Tibi runway show in NYC and exclusive backstage footage, followed by dinner catered by NANCY under the stars in the courtyard decorated with flowers inspired by the Tibi collection. General Admission is $150. The $250 VIP Guest Package includes 6:00 p.m. early access for cocktails and runway makeup and nails, the ability to shop and pre-order select pieces straight off the runway, front row seating, and a swag bag of gifts from Tibi’s runway sponsors. A percentage of ticket proceeds will benefit Communities in Schools of Glynn County. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit eventbrite.com or contact The Vine at 912.634.7474.

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has released more than 38 albums and has 45 years of experience performing. The concert takes place on September 22 at 7:30 p.m. at the Glynn Academy Auditorium. Adult tickets are $35 and child/student tickets are $10. Save money by purchasing a season ticket ($75 for adults, $15 for students) that includes admission to all five concerts: My Funny Valentine – Music of Stage and Screen (November 9), Vox Fortura Christmas Concert at The Cloister (December 7), Illusionist Brad Ross (March 22, 2019), and Saxsational – Swing, Jazz, Big Band, Classical and Pop (April 9, 2019). goldenisleslive.org

by continuing to raise awareness. You can help by coming out to Gnat’s Landing on September 7 from 6:00-10:00 p.m. for the 3rd Annual Redfern Goes Gold event. Enjoy good food and drinks, some live music, and help raise money for Team Alexa Fighting Back benefiting CURE Childhood Cancer by bidding on some awesome raffle items. Follow the Redfern Goes Gold event page on Facebook for updates and other ways to support.

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COASTFEST MOVES TO MARY ROSS PARK The 24th annual CoastFest, Georgia’s largest celebration of its coastal natural resources, will be held at Mary Ross Waterfront Park in downtown Brunswick for the first time this year. From 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., October 6, rain or shine, over 70 interactive environmental, educational and resource organizations will join the GA DNR to present this fun and free family event made SEASON OPENS AT THE RITZ Golden Isles Arts & Humanities continues to offer an exceptional

array of quality entertainment that includes musical performances, stage productions, and classic films at The Ritz Theatre. Their Performing Arts Series will begin on Sep-

possible by the Georgia Coastal Management Program and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. There will be live creatures, including a Southeastern reptile and amphibian show by staff of The Orianne Society, student art, crafts and demonstrations, living history, and much more! Jim Sawgrass and his Creek Indian family will perform Native American songs, storytelling and ritual dances. Arthur Atsma brings his Science Circus. Rhys Thomas amazes with juggling feats. For more information call 912.264.7218 or visit CoastalGaDNR.org.

tember 21 with a free concert by Mission Winds, the clarinet quartet from the United States Air Force Band of the West. The quartet’s repertoire spans the total spectrum of today’s musical literature, including classical, Latin, jazz, marches, and popular music. Ticket is required for admission. On September 27-30 and October 6-7, GIAHA will bring to life the controversial 19th century English actress who was married to Georgia plantation owner Pierce Butler. Shame the Devil: An Audience with Fanny Kemble, is an entertaining and insightful look at the woman who penned an anti-slavery document that helped transform a way of life. For detailed information and tickets, visit goldenislesarts.org.

HGI HONORS BENEFIELD WITH CELEBRATION On October 4, Hospice of the Golden Isles will be honoring longtime supporter Dewey Benefield at their Inaugural Party to celebrate the Hospice of the Golden Isles Endowment. The newly established Endowment is managed by Communities of Coastal Georgia Foundation to sustain HGI’s non-profit mission of providing the highest quality, compassionate hospice care to those in need in our community. The event will begin at 5:30 p.m. at the A.W. Jones Heritage Center and will include cocktails and live music, a plated dinner by Halyards Catering, and a live auction. Tickets are $150 per person and are limited. Thanks to a special opportunity from the St. Marys United Methodist Church foundation, your donations will be doubled in a matching gift directly to HGI. Email PattyCrosby@hospice.me or call 912.617.1463 to reserve your tickets.

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ROTARY GEARS UP FOR MEET THE PROS EVENT The 8th Annual Meet the Pros event presented by the Rotary Club of St. Simons will take place in the Mizner Ballroom at The Cloister on November 13, at 6:00 p.m. Held during The RSM Classic (November 12-18), Meet The Pros gives attendees an opportunity to get up-closeand-personal with PGA TOUR pros during an upscale cocktail and heavy hors d’oeuvres reception, with a lively silent auction, and exclusive personal interviews with ESPN Golf commentator Rich Styles. For the 8th straight year, Nalley Auto is the event’s Platinum Sponsor. All proceeds will benefit more than a dozen children’s charities in the Golden Isles. Tickets are $75 per person and include a complimentary Any- Day Pass to The RSM Classic. Tickets online at ssirotary.org. PICTURED: The Meet the Pros team: Jim Bruce, Tim Martin, Mike Murphy,

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POINSETTIA SALE BEGINS HOLIDAY SEASON The Live Oaks Garden Club’s annual poinsettia sale starts Monday, September 24. Once again, they are offering gorgeous, large plants in 8” foil wrapped pots. The poinsettia plants can be purchased for $18 each and are available in red, white, and pink. Members will be calling or going door to door to sell the plants, or you can call them directly at 912.638.9803 for more information or to place an order. The final date for orders is Friday, November 9. Pick up will be Friday, November 30 in the St. Simons United Methodist Church parking lot from noon to 4:00 p.m. All proceeds from the poinsettia sale will benefit St. Simons Island beautification projects.

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THIS YEAR THE ISLAND PLAYERS’ YOUNG PEOPLE’S SUMMER WORKSHOP PRODUCTION WAS THE LION KING, JR. WE RECENTLY CAUGHT UP WITH CAST MEMBERS WITH THEIR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS, AND MEMBERS OF THE AUDIENCE AT THE CASINO THEATER AFTER A WEEKEND PERFORMANCE. The play was a huge success and terrific learning experience for the young actors. The Island Players will kick off the

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SO MANY PEOPLE CAME OUT FOR THE ONE-NIGHT-ONLY LOCAL SCREENING OF CHRISTMAS ON THE COAST THAT GTC ISLAND CINEMAS HAD TO EXPAND THE SHOWING TO TWO THEATERS. THE MOVIE WAS FILMED LAST YEAR IN VARIOUS LOCATIONS ON ST. SIMONS ISLAND AND IN DARIEN AND NUMEROUS RESIDENTS PARTICIPATED AS EXTRAS, so you’ll likely recognize lots of familiar faces and

places. The holiday movie featuring Julie Ann Emery, Bonnie Bedelia, and Burgess Jenkins will be shown on the INSP network later this year. 80

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MORE THAN 100 WORKS IN VARIOUS FORMS OF MEDIA BY 70 ARTISTS ARE ON DISPLAY AT THE ANYTHING GOES EXHIBIT AT GLYNN VISUAL ARTS. There was an excellent turn-out at the opening reception for the eclectic exhibition. The guests enjoyed meeting the artists and delicious refreshments provided by Thrive Senior Living. Anything Goes will be on display at 106 Island Drive through September 7. 1. Ali, Laura and Kevin Pullen. 2. Ruby VanEeden, Lulu Williamson. 3. Steve Greenfield, Lila Magbee. 4. John Hancock. 5. Melissa Jensen, Keith Resseau. 6. George and Mae Hall. 7. Susan and Jim Barnett. 8. Justine Pais, Kathy Webb. 9. Cindi Rawlins, Nancy Golderman. 10. Pam Roseman, Gerit Alexander. 11. Ron and Forrest Wilson. 12. Anna, Stephanie and Jennifer Adams. 13. David McCune, David McCune, Jackie Gordon. 14. Grace Gerstner, Susan Lawhorne. 82

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YOUNG AMERICANS ROCKED MARY ROSS WATERFRONT PARK AT A RECENT RHYTHM ON THE RIVER CONCERT. These free community events on the waterfront in Historic Downtown Brunswick are fun for all ages and draw a terrific crowd that often includes furry friends as well. 1. Jay and Mary Morrison, Donna Bassett, Rusty Blythe. 2. Trent Taylor, Hannah Harmon. 3. Erik, Mary Kate, and Carrie Arnold. 4. Georgia Barron, Lana Webb. 5. Buffy Jobe, Talia Levine. 6. Young Americans. 7. RJ and Christine Berger. 8. Kyle, Tiffany and RaeAnn Musser. 9. Darcel Trimmings, Lang Bens, Clara Vinson, London Rogers, Rashieka Bens, Vernita Hall, Sadie Bens. 10. Abby Sterling, Laura Early (with Baxley and Tucker). 11. Paula Jo Surla, Hali Surla (and Molly). 12. Brewton, Meagan, Brennan and Everly Kvar. 13. Kathy and Robb Wade. 14. Jackson Buttery, Alex Muir. 84

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A COURTYARD FLORIST RECENTLY HOSTED A RIBBON-CUTTING AND GRAND OPENING CEREMONY WITH THE BRUNSWICK-GOLDEN ISLES CHAMBER OF COMMERCE to celebrate the move across Frederica Road to their new location at 231 Skiff Landing, in Longview Plaza. Delicious refreshments were served and each guest left with a long stemmed red rose. Stop in to see the lovely floral creations and unique gifts. 1. Patty Rogers and Kyle Rogers of A Courtyard Florist. 2. Mark Lehrkamp, Maria Jennings. 3. Kate Reeves, Elena and Brandon Edwards. 4. Michelle Lane, Natasha Williams, Amber Cato, Cathy Morris. 5. Beth Lane, Becca Randall. 6. Mike Cordle, Karen Daniel. A JEFFERSONIAN STYLE DINNER WAS RECENTLY HELD AT MUSGROVE RETREAT WITH A FOCUS ON DISCUSSING INVESTING WITH SOCIAL PURPOSE AND HOW PHILANTHROPY IS CHANGING. Demographic shifts, new funding models (Social Finance) and tax code changes are working in tandem to shift the way donors think about their giving. The result is that donors are considering a wider range of funding options to solve social problems than just via grants to nonprofits. The dinner guests were eager to learn from Nicole Bagley, Sam Moss, Jeff Woodward and Grace Fricks about how to deploy their philanthropic dollars in an even more effective manner. 7. Helen Nugent, Hunter and Mary Ann Groton. 8. Joe and Jane Prendergast. 9. Rebecca Hart, Todd Blaudow. 10. Sam Moss, Grace Fricks and Isabelle Moss. 11. Jeff Woodward, David Fontaine. 12. Tom and Susan Tillery. 13. John Rogers, Nicole Bagley. 14. Huntley Allen, Mimi Rogers. 86

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DELANEY’S BISTRO AND BAR WAS THE HOST OF A RECENT LADIES WHO LUNCH GATHERING PRESENTED BY GOLDEN ISLES OLIVE OIL. CHEF TOM AND HIS CREW SERVED MOUTHWATERING DISHES THAT INCLUDED A SALAD EMBELLISHED WITH GOAT CHEESE, PEACHES, BLACKBERRIES, AND PECANS, SOME PERFECTLY SEARED SCALLOPS, AND A CHEESECAKE WITH BLUEBERRY TOPPING THAT WAS ABSOLUTELY DIVINE. The pairings of olive oils and balsamic vinegars makes for such delicious flavor combinations. Keep an eye out for the next GIOO event! (1-10) IN HONOR OF ROBERT “BOZ” BOSTOCK, COMMUNITY BUSINESSES JOIN TOGETHER ANNUALLY IN AUGUST TO PARTICIPATE IN A FOOD DRIVE TO HELP STOCK THE SHELVES OF SPARROW’S NEST, A FAITHWORKS MINISTRY. The week-long event commemorating Boz’s

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COLDWELL BANKER PLATINUM PARTNERS RECENTLY HOSTED AN APPRECIATION LUNCH FOR GLYNN COUNTY’S FIRST RESPONDERS AND THEIR FAMILIES. HAMBURGERS AND HOT DOGS WERE GRILLED UP AND SERVED WITH ALL THE FIXINS. Proceeds from the event were

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FIRST FRIDAY IN HISTORIC DOWNTOWN BRUNSWICK IS ALWAYS SUCH A FUN TIME AND IT SEEMS THAT WITH EVERY MONTH THERE ARE NEW BUSINESSES OPENING AND PARTICIPATING. From art exhibit openings at the galleries to live music in the squares and delicious special menus and samplings at various restaurants, it’s a fabulous way to spend a Friday evening!

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IT WAS A WONDERFULLY BREEZY EVENING AT NEPTUNE PARK FOR GOLDEN ISLES ARTS & HUMANITIES’ SOUNDS BY THE SEA CONCERT FEATURING ANNIE AKINS. THE FABULOUS RED-HEAD WITH THE BIG PERSONALITY AND EVEN BIGGER VOICE PERFORMED CROWD FAVORITES AND TUNES THAT HAD THEM DANCING. The last concert of the season will be Sunday, September 23 with music by Gwen Hughes

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Shooting Photographs, Not Guns

uring World War II, to ensure security and secrecy, taking photographs of military bases and activity was strictly forbidden – unless you were an official military photographer. Official photographers acted as the “eyes” of the military. Their images were used for mapmaking, intelligence, strategy, and capturing historic and poignant moments. U.S. Navy photographers, in the air and on the ground, documented some of the training and personnel at Naval

Air Station St. Simons, now McKinnon St. Simons Island Airport. These images continue to help scholars and the public understand what it was like to be stationed here during World War II. This month’s images show a Curtiss SB2C Helldiver flying over the Atlantic, with St. Simons Island’s East Beach in the background, and Jack Daniel Lane, an official Navy photographer at Naval Air Station St. Simons, with his camera. Lane worked at the Atlanta Journal before the war.

Our monthly images on this page are from the vast archives of the Coastal Georgia Historical Society. The Society’s mission includes the “administration, restoration and maintenance of historic facilities and resources … preserved as a living part of the historical and cultural foundations of our coastal community.” Society facilities include the St. Simons Lighthouse and Museum, the A.W. Jones Heritage Center, and the Historic Coast Guard Station. To learn more about the Society, its diverse programs, and the benefits of Society membership, please call (912) 638.4666, or visit coastalgeorgiahistory.org.

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SSI Archives

What’s Happening

Business Buzz

Certifiably Delicious

Farewell to Woody

A Symphonic Dialogue Begins

Drams & Drives

Cycling Superheroes

It Really is the Humidity

Community Champions

Happy Tails